Ascot Securities
OANDA
BrokerDataNet earns affiliate commission from brokers listed on this site. This does not affect our ratings or editorial independence.
Overview
Ascot Securities was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Estonia, while OANDA was established in 1996 and is based in United States, Canada. Ascot Securities holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while OANDA is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Ascot Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; OANDA has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $25 at Ascot Securities and $1 at OANDA.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | OANDA |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $1 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 1996 | 1996 |
| Country | Estonia | United States, Canada |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ascot Securities and OANDA, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. OANDA has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $25 at Ascot Securities). Ascot Securities charges withdrawal fees while OANDA does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Ascot Securities applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; OANDA does not. Ascot Securities charges deposit fees; OANDA does not. Overall, OANDA scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | OANDA |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Ascot Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while OANDA supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Ascot Securities supports social and copy trading features, which OANDA does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | OANDA |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Desktop,Android,iPhone/iPad,Mac | MT4, OANDA Desktop, OANDA Web, OANDA Mobile |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ascot Securities and OANDA compare. OANDA runs regular live webinars; Ascot Securities does not. Both provide video tutorials. OANDA publishes daily market commentary; Ascot Securities does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. OANDA maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. OANDA scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | OANDA |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Ascot Securities accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while OANDA supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | OANDA |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Ascot Securities and OANDA offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | OANDA |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |